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Rationalizing the 2014 USL Schedule
An interesting article by Ian Thompson over at thesoccerobserver.com came out the other day explaining the USL’s thought process behind this season’s schedule. It’s an interesting read with a couple things I’d like to highlight. As we mentioned in the podcast the schedule went from nice and balanced in 2013 to about as unbalanced as you can get which took us a bit by surprise. While it was never going to be a perfectly balanced schedule with 14 teams plus 2 MLS reserve matches, it appears finances played a much larger
Read moreRumor: Manchester City and AC Milan to Play at Heinz Field
By @SAdyson The Pittsburgh Post-Gazette is reporting that European clubs Manchester City and AC Milan are likely to play a match at Heinz Field on July 27 as part of the International Champions Cup. This July 27th match would be the biggest non-Riverhounds soccer event in Pittsburgh since 2004, when Chelsea defeated AS Roma 3-0 at Heinz Field. Of course, the Hounds squared off against the previous FA Champs Wigan Athletic last summer in a friendly — and they will be sure to face another international squad this summer. With
Read moreSteel Army Podcast – 2/2/14 – “A New Hope”
@SAdyson, @_bencole, and @KyleMcHenry discuss the recent release of the 2014 USL PRO schedule, as well as anticipated match-ups for the Riverhounds
Read more#UNLEASH the Links: 2/2/14
By @SAdyson Real Salt lake is targeting the San Diego area as a possible location to start their own USL PRO club. Columbus Crew defender Matt Wiet credits the Dayton Dutch Lions with providing him an opportunity to develop as a college player and transition to the MLS. According to Wayne Estopinal, the likelihood of Orlando starting a USL PRO side in Louisville stands at “50-50.” The contest to name the new USL PRO franchise in Colorado Springs has ended, and the chosen name will be the “Switchbacks.” Former Hounds
Read more2014 PDL Schedule Released
By @SAdyson If you haven’t heard already, the Hounds are fielding their own U23 club in the PDL (a USL league) this summer. The second for their season has been released, and they will be playing all of their home matches at the Highmark. June 4 vs Michigan Bucks June 11 vs Chicago Fire U-23 June 22 vs Toronto Lynx July 4th vs K-W United FC July 16 vs Michigan Bucks July 18 vs Forest City London July 20 vs Forest City London The games in bold are on the
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